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| steering wheel lock | 11/22/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have a 2000 GMC Safari that I tow behind my motorhome. It is a tilt column. I have a remco drive ...
A: Sorry about your tires... The safest and best way (the way I would do it) is to remove the pin. You ...
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| steering lock replacement | 11/20/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have a 75 camero non tilt with no key. How do I get it out to replace it.
A: The procedure is very similar to the web pages I am going to refer you to with the exception of the ...
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| 1992 S-10 Steering Column Removal | 11/19/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I would like to know how to remove the snap ring so that I am able to remove the inner housing of ...
A: If you are asking how to replace the turn signal lever, it is quite simple. As you rotate it (like ...
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| turn signal | 11/19/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: turn signal works great when turning right on my 1990chevy k1500.when i need to turn left the lever ...
A: There are no adjustments per say, but sometimes the mounting screw comes loose and does not allow ...
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| steering | 11/19/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have an 88 Dodge Ramcharger and need to replace the steering wheel. The entire thing moves in a ...
A: We have recently uploaded some videos on our website to give you first hand viewing of how to ...
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| replacement lock ignition cylinder 1994 Plymouth Voyager | 11/13/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: The ignition cylinder broke on my 94 Plymouth voyager, I read your post on how to fix it, I got it ...
A: The replacement switches and locks are designed that way because the originals kept getting stolen; ...
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| loose steering column | 11/13/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I recently acquired a real gem from a customer of mine, a 1990 Ford F-250. It has a couple of ...
A: I've seen the snap ring get weak and the shaft ridge become worn, just plain wear and tear. If it's ...
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| 1979 non-tilt Camaro steering column | 11/13/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: When I was tapping (hitting) my pot joint back onto the steering column, the part of the column that ...
A: I think I understand your question. If I am correct, you are telling me the upper shaft began to ...
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| loose steering column | 11/13/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I recently acquired a real gem from a customer of mine, a 1990 Ford F-250. It has a couple of ...
A: The Ford column, although it has a knuckle, is not the problem. The problem is as you said, a worn ...
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| Loose Steering Wheel | 11/12/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have a 1990 Ford F150 XLT (tilt steering) truck. Over the last few years my steering has had play ...
A: As you mentioned, we're talking about a 20 year old memory concern. From what I remember, adjusting ...
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| 1994 chevy ignition | 11/12/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have a 1994 Chevy 1500 diesel. I went out this morning to start it and found that someone broke in ...
A: You don't say if it's tilt or non-tilt, but regardless, the procedure to replace the ignition lock ...
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| Loose Steering Wheel | 11/11/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have a 1990 Ford F150 XLT (tilt steering) truck. Over the last few years my steering has had play ...
A: My recollection is that most of the play in that model can be adjusted out in the steering gearbox. ...
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| Steering Column Repair | 11/10/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have a 1984 S-10 Blazer with tilt steering. Yesterday the key stop staring the truck. I removed ...
A: We have recently uploaded some videos on our website to give you first hand viewing of how to ...
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| Chevelle column shift lever | 11/10/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I recently purchased a used 1970 tilt column shift steering column. The previous owner removed the ...
A: The only tip I can give you is that you need to angle the shift lever in (as if you were pulling it ...
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| New problem after fixing another | 11/9/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: In my last question to you, I explained that I was having issues with the right turn signal and ...
A: The only thing I can think of is the actuator rod is not in position properly. I am enclosing a ...
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| Steering wheel column | 11/8/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have a 95 Camaro Z28. The steering wheel trim/column is loose and moves about an inch/ half inch ...
A: This is a VERY common problem with the Camaros, Fireuirds and Ccorvettes. The airbag and upper ...
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| Wipers | 11/8/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have a 1992 Jeep YJ Islander. The windshield wiper switch has been crapping out for awhile. Up ...
A: It sounds like you have a few problems in the column. The easy one is the adjustment for the hi-low ...
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| 85 pontiac grand prix hi/low beam not working | 11/8/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have a 1985 pontiac grand prix tilt wheel cruise control and the headlights and turn signals work ...
A: Very common problem. the contacts in the turns signal switch get burned inside. You may have seen ...
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| Ignition switch problems | 11/7/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have a 1986 Chevy Van. The other day when I started it I immediately noticed that the voltmeter ...
A: There isn't going to be anything inside the column for you to find or see. The electrical business ...
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| 89 oldsmobile steering column | 11/4/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: Where can I find a schematic for a 1989 delta 88 steering column? The steering column is sloppy past ...
A: We have recently uploaded some videos on our website to give you first hand viewing of how to ...
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| Actuator Rack 1993 Chevy Silverado C1500 | 11/2/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: My truck was broken into and stolen. The thieves broke the bowl plate and accessed the actuator rack ...
A: I followed you right up until the last sentence, but no worries. We have recently uploaded some ...
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| Stering wheel exchange | 11/2/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have a 03 Silverado that does not have radio or DIC switches on the steering wheel. I would like ...
A: George: The option you are trying to install requires a different harness in the dash for those ...
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| steering wheel repair 1995 f150 | 11/2/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: how do you take the steering wheel off if it has an airbag.
A: first, disconnect the battery and wait 5 minutes. Then, remove the 2 1" round black plastic caps on ...
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| Steering Column Lock Actuator | 11/2/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have an 87 ford f150 non tilt steering column with the automatic trans shift on the column. The ...
A: Robert: I'm sorry. This seems to be a common problem posted here for the tilt style & I didn't ...
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| Steering Column Lock Actuator | 11/2/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have an 87 ford f150 non tilt steering column with the automatic trans shift on the column. The ...
A: Here are the instructions for replacing that piece. 1) remove the horn pad 2) remove the steering ...
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| steering column | 10/31/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: 1986 Bronco tilt and cruise with auto shift. It won't shift out of park. I have tried to dismantle ...
A: You're 2/3 of the way there. The broken piece in the column that is causing both problems is a rack ...
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| POWER TO COLUMN | 10/30/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: HOW DO I GET POWER TO THE 92 S-10 COLUMN I HAVE IN MY 56 WILLYS? I HAVE AN EIGHT PIN FLAT CONNECTOR ...
A: The second lead you are referring to is for the wiper switch. I'm missing something. What are you ...
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| 2004 Dodge Pickup/tilt | 10/29/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: Was stolen, switch destroyed. How do I replace the switch?
A: Send me a photo of the damaged column & we can provide you with the part list (and the parts if you ...
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| Shift tube replacement 90's f 250 | 10/29/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I need instructions on how to replace the shift tube on a 93 Ford F250. I have the parts, just need ...
A: The shift tube and shaft are fairly easy to replace. First remove the top and bottom column covers. ...
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| installing steering column in a 1997 mercury sable | 10/29/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I HAVE JUST INSTALLED A STEERING COLUMN IN MY 97 MERCURY SABLE AND NEED TO KNOW HOW TO COMPLETELY ...
A: The bad news is...you can't. The transponder needs to be a new one and then the dealer (or anyone ...
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| wiper motor | 10/28/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: My intermittent wipers do not work, the next two speeds do but when you turn off the wipers they ...
A: I wish I was more help to you on this one. I have offered what I know about your vehicle and wiper ...
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| return spring for gear selector | 10/27/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: 94 chevy c1500 with tilt, no air bag. The return spring on my gear selector lever has broke. How ...
A: I think by the 'return spring' you mean the spring that give the lever itself tension to retain the ...
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| Passkey problem | 10/27/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have a 1991 Cadillac DeVille, and about six years ago the passkey started acting up. I took it ...
A: If indeed you are experiencing the same issue, the connection for the resistor (that the mechanic ...
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| re:93 s10 headlight failure | 10/27/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have a 93 chevy s10 and the headlights wont turn on i pull back on the turn signal stick to turn ...
A: You are looking for the dimmer switch. It sound like the switch is either stuck or burned out. I ...
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| Steering column bearing | 10/27/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: At the bottom of the steering column where it pokes through the firewall and enters the engine ...
A: there are 2 different size bearings for that location on GM steering columns and I have a feeling ...
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| 86 Monte Carlo Multifunction Switch | 10/26/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: hey Douglas, I've got an 86 Monte Carlo SS, and I am trying to replace my Multifunction switch, but ...
A: Your car does not have a multifunction switch (if it's really an 1985). It has 4 separate switches ...
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| ignition switch | 10/25/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: i own a 1995 mustang gt left key in ignition over night, went out this morning to start ignition ...
A: Nope, the security system needs to see the key while you are rotating it in the lock. It sounds ...
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| 2007escalade wiper switch arm | 10/25/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: how do get at the switch arm. where do i start. do i need to take off the steering wheel?
A: .. Are you sure you want to tackle this one. It's a big job for someone who isn't experienced in ...
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| loose steering column | 10/24/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: I have a 1987 monte carlo SS with tilt.It is loose...I pulled the wheel and dirrectional switch.I ...
A: We have recently uploaded some videos on our website to give you first hand viewing of how to ...
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| loose shift lever 94 suburban | 10/24/2009 | Douglas Gan |
Q: The shift lever in my 94 1/2 to GMC 4WD suburban has lost the spring tension that typically exists ...
A: The assumptions and procedure you mention are all correct for that vehicle. The only thing you need ...
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